For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 9,836 students in Lutz, FL (there are , serving 694 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Lutz, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%). Lutz has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Florida.
The top ranked public schools in Lutz, FL are Mckitrick Elementary School, Lutz Preparatory School and Schwarzkopf Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lutz, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Lutz have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 九游体育s in Lutz, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mckitrick Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5503 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-5427
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-5427
Grades: PK-5
| 967 students
Rank: #22.
Lutz Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17951 N Us Highway 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Grades: K-8
| 783 students
Rank: #33.
Schwarzkopf Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18333 Calusa Trace Blvd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 975-6945
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 975-6945
Grades: PK-5
| 571 students
Rank: #44.
Martinez Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5601 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-1190
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-1190
Grades: 6-8
| 1,127 students
Rank: #55.
Sunlake Academy Of Math And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18681 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Lutz, FL 33548
(813) 619-5099
Lutz, FL 33548
(813) 619-5099
Grades: K-8
| 967 students
Rank: #66.
Maniscalco K-8 School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 Debuel Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-0337
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-0337
Grades: PK-8
| 668 students
Rank: #77.
Lutz K-8 School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 5th Ave Se
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-1452
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-1452
Grades: PK-8
| 770 students
Rank: #88.
Learning Gate Community School
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16215 Hanna Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Grades: K-8
| 771 students
Rank: #99.
Steinbrenner High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5575 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 792-5131
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 792-5131
Grades: 9-12
| 2,430 students
Rank: #1010.
Denham Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1422 Oak Grove Blvd
Lutz, FL 33559
(813) 794-1600
Lutz, FL 33559
(813) 794-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 782 students
Lutz, Florida 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
17951 N Us Hwy 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 248-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 248-7100
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Sunshine Youth Services (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
21808 State Rd 54
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lutz, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Lutz, FL include Mckitrick Elementary School, Lutz Preparatory School and Schwarzkopf Elementary School. Lutz has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Florida.
How many public schools are located in Lutz?
10 public schools are located in Lutz.
What percentage of students in Lutz go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Lutz are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lutz?
Lutz public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lutz are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lutz include: Schwarzkopf Elementary School vs. Mckitrick Elementary School, Mckitrick Elementary School vs. Schwarzkopf Elementary School, Maniscalco K-8 School vs. Lutz K-8 School
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